Cello Lessons in Bethesda, MD

Instruments: Cello

...Next season, Ismar will give the premiere of a new concerto written for him, by James Lee III, in Philadelphia. Teaching is a central component in Mr. ... Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Violin Cello Clarinet Drums Bass Guitar Synthesizer Ukulele Mandolin Recorder Lute Double Bass Mallet Percussion Conga Latin Percussion

...I began playing in local rock and r&b bands at the age of 15. These were some of my most influential experiences, as they expanded my musical tastes into jazz fusion, swing, standards and Latin Jazz. After graduating high school, I attended community college and then went to New York to study jazz theory, where I played a few sets with Sweetback in 2000 that led up to being asked to play with the band. ... Read More

Instruments: Cello

...I believe that having a good strong foundation is key to learning anything well. I like to start lessons by focusing on scales and technique. This gives the student a chance to settle in and get comfortable.... Read More

Instruments: Cello

...I went on to achieve my Bachelor of Music degree in Cello Performance at Ithaca College, where I studied with Elizabeth Simkin. Currently, I am working towards achieving my Master’s Degree in Music at Stony Brook University.... Read More

Instruments: Piano Cello Drums Conga Latin Percussion Djembe

...As a general rule, I rely on providing a balance of classic (some teachers go as far as to say 'canonical') books, and a wide variety of unique listening and independence exercises I've developed over the years.... Read More

Instruments: Cello

...I perform around the region as much as possible and in recent years has served as Principal Cellist with the Old Bridge Chamber Orchestra, and performed with the Ars Nova Chamber Orchestra, and Manassas Ballet Theatre.... Read More